VWS Trail Challenge 2022 - Table Mountain

Indemnity

Please note that by submitting your entry form you declare that you are physically and medically fit and able to participate in this event and assume all risks of such participation upon yourself. 

You participate in the race at your own risk and hereby indemnify the organising committee, officials, all race helpers, all sponsors, the national and provincial race bodies, local authorities, City of Cape Town, SANParks, Table Mountain National Park and the Volunteer Wildfire Services (including its director and members) against any injuries or any other claim (including COVID-19 matters) whatsoever which may arise as a result of your participation.

Volunteer Wildfire Services reserves the right to cancel the race if the conditions on the day do not allow for the race to be run safely or should there be a large wildfire at the time of, or just before, the race. Additionally, if cancelled due to the event permits being revoked or cancelled (for whatever reason), due to new COVID-19 restrictions or if considering the health / safety of all runners, walkers and VWS members it is felt cancelling is the only option, please consider your entry fee as a donation, as we are not able to reschedule the race this year.

Race Rules

• COVID-19 pre-screening will be required via an online platform before number collections, and shoudl you fail the screening you will not be able to take part in the race.
• Masks / face covering are to be worn at all times, except during the race when they can be removed.
• Social distancing to be practiced wherever possible in the staging area and surrounds.
• All entrants must be in possession of a race number, issued by the organisers, which must be worn on the front of the runner’s shirt.
• Race number orientated correctly and not covered (during the race).
• Participants must keep to the designated race routes (as indicated in the race maps) at all times. 
• Marshals and traffic officials must be obeyed at all times. Failure to comply with these instructions may lead to immediate disqualification.
• No seconding shall be allowed on the route. Some refreshment stations will be provided however each runner is required to have sufficient water for their own needs.
• No littering permitted at any stage. Failure to comply will lead to immediate disqualification.
• Damage to Flora/Fauna or any historical site will lead to automatic disqualification.
• No unauthorised cyclists, vehicles, rollerblades or scooters will be permitted on the route.
• It is the responsibility of each participant that he/she is medically fit and healthy to participate in the event.
• Volunteer Wildfire Services reserves the right to accept or reject any entry.
• Minimum age of 16 for the 20km race. Minimum age of 12 for the 10km race, but 12 - 16 year olds must accompanied by a guardian.
• Pets are not permitted.
• While the Volunteer Wildfire Services places participant and member safely above any other priority or obligation, Volunteer Wildfire Services will not be held liable for any injuries.

20km ROUTE

The route starts at Gardens RFC (the brand new start location). The runners head up from the rugby club, via a short road section, onto the mountain through Deer Park. From there the route heads up the hill along the undulating jeep track and towards the S-bends on Tafelberg Road below the cable station. At the S-bends runners will head along the tar road for a very short sections, and re-join a single track above the Mocke Reservoir. The runners will continue up Kloof Corner until they reach the contour path above Tafelberg Road. At this point, they turn to the east and run in the direction of Devils Peak. Runners will cross over the Platteklip Gorge path and continue on the upper contour ascending the route up onto the saddle between Devils Peak and Maclears Beacon.

Runners will head over the saddle, where King and Queen of the Mountain is located, and descend via Newlands Ravine. Upon descending this ravine, the route heads back east and travels around Devils peak on the contour path. This Route is a combination of single track and boardwalk. Runners will ascend past the Kings Blockhouse (with a quick drinks break) and re-join the Contour path travelling back in the direction of Deer Park below Oppelskop. Runners will continue along this route until reaching the Devils Peak Path, at which point they descend to Tafelberg Road again. From the road, the runner will travel approximately 500m before descending down the jeep track and making their way back to the start / finish line past the Platteklip Washhouses.

10km ROUTE

The route starts at Gardens RFC (the brand new start location). The runners head up from the rugby club, via a short road section, onto the mountain through Deer Park. From there the route heads up the hill along the undulating jeep track and towards the S-bends on Tafelberg Road below the cable station. At the S-bends runners will head along the tar road for a very short sections, and re-join a single track above the Mocke Reservoir. 

The runners will continue up Kloof Corner until they reach the contour path above Tafelberg Road. At this point, runners turn to the east and run in the direction of Devils Peak. Just before the Platteklip Gorge path they descend to Tafelberg Road again. On the road, the runners will travel approximately 350m before descending down the jeep track and making their way back to the start / finish line.

Limited Edition 'Fiery Sunset' VWS TC Tubular Bandana (R95)

VWS members see many sunsets while working on firelines deep in the mountains. This design was inspired by their passion for fighting wildfires.

This high-quality bandana is great to wear during the race, to remember your run by and then to have and use for years to come... but you might want to get one before all the VWS members snap them up. 

VWS Trail Challenge 2019 Tubular Bandana (R85)

In celebration of the 15th running of the Original VWS Trail Challenge last year, we fashioned this tubular bandana.

It's still as stunning this year as last and this is one last chance to get one (or a second one).

VWS Proud Supporter Tubular Bandana (R75)

Volunteer Wildfire Services would not be where we are today without your amazing support.

Wear this tubular bandana to show off that great support and help share the word about the VWS. 

VWS 'Wildland Firefighter' T-Shirt (R160)

Recently designed by our volunteers, this cotton T-shirt is a celebration of volunteer firefighters. See table below for a sizing table if you are not sure. 

There are limited number in each size so get yours early to avoid disappointment. If you love the design, there will be an opportunity to get them in kids sizes at Number Collections / Race Day.